First off, the aqua color is even prettier in person—like a calm ocean wave landed on my bed. I was skeptical about 'all-season' claims, but this set nails it. The comforter kept me toasty during a surprise cold snap last week, yet didn’t suffocate me when temps bounced back up.

The brushed fabric feels like a hug from a cloud. I’m a bare-arms sleeper, and the pillowcases are so soft I sometimes nuzzle into them like a cat. Pro tip: Wash it once before use—it gets even cozier (and no pilling after multiple washes in my experience).

Not gonna lie, the fitted sheet initially confused me—it’s cut differently than my old sets with extra-deep pockets that actually stay put on my thick dorm mattress. The sham does run large for standard pillows, but I stuffed two pillows in one sham for ultimate floof.

Worth noting: This isn’t a heavyweight winter set. As someone who sleeps hot, I appreciate how breathable it is year-round, but my roommate in our freezing AC cave layers it with a throw blanket.

Two years later, the vibrancy hasn’t faded despite my chaotic laundry habits (gentle cycle + air dry = key). For the price? Way better than those scratchy ‘dorm essentials’ kits.